You press the button and nothing: when your desktop computer won't turn on

The coffee is ready. So are you. The computer, on the other hand, seems to have taken the day off. You press the button and nothing happens; or you hear the fans, but the screen stays black. Before writing off the tower, it's worth distinguishing what's going on.

Not turning on and not showing an image are different problems

A tower with no signs of life needs a different check from a machine that turns on lights and fans but never gets to show Windows. Describing that difference already helps us prepare the assistance: you don't need to know component names.

The same symptom can have different origins. To know what's happening and what solution makes sense, we need to inspect the equipment.

Checking it before spending avoids unnecessary purchases

Making purchases or attempting repairs without knowing the cause can add expenses without solving the problem. At Barcelona Informático we inspect the equipment and explain what action makes sense based on its condition and the use you give it.

Before recommending a repair, we assess the overall condition of the equipment and explain the options. Not all computers deserve the same investment, and a breakdown doesn't automatically mean you have to buy a new one.

Could it just be dust?

Dirt can hinder ventilation and contribute to noise or high temperatures. But a cleaning isn't the universal answer to a computer that won't turn on. Before recommending a cleaning, we need to check whether it's the right intervention for your case.

If the tower has been sounding louder than normal for a while or was shutting down during use, mention it when requesting assistance. They're useful clues, not a remote diagnosis.

And my files, what happens to them?

The computer not booting doesn't necessarily mean the documents have been lost. We check the storage and the available options before proposing a reinstallation. If there's encryption or disk damage, that will also need to be taken into account.

When you contact us, tell us if the equipment does nothing, if lights come on, or if any message appears. If you notice a burning smell, stop turning it on and unplug it from the power. We can assess the inspection of your desktop computer in Barcelona without you having to guess the fault first.